MEDIA: Best Local TV Anchor — Maureen O'Boyle, WBTV. "Not gonna lie — ran into her at Urban Outfitters and I got all giddy and starstruck. Not only was she wearing the best shoes, she was such a joy to chat with. Really great to have a nationally recognized TV personality lighting up the Queen City. Thanks for being so stellar, Maureen."

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT: Best Local Tattoo Artist — Tommy McCarter and the Entire ACE Tattoo Staff. "When I walked into Tommy's shop last fall asking for him to tattoo a smiley face (about the size of a penny) on my left foot, I thought he was gonna think I was crazy. Not the case. Whatever the size or design, he's the master at giving you "permanent" happiness."